Economist Salary in Kentucky
Based on 160+ workers in Kentucky
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (KY)
$65,470
$31.476/hr
vs National Average
$102,371
-36.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$41K – $121K
160 employed in Kentucky
Salary Distribution — Economist in Kentucky
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $41,040 |
| 25th percentile | $51,210 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $65,470 |
| 75th percentile | $78,820 |
| 90th percentile | $120,640 |
Historical Salary Trend — Economist in Kentucky vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $72,990 |
| 2023 | $70,800 |
| 2024 | $65,470 |
| Year | Kentucky Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $72,990 | $96,369 |
| 2023 | $70,800 | $98,241 |
| 2024 | $65,470 | $102,371 |